Description

The Operations Manager is the primary operational leader responsible for the day-to-day excellence and consistency of all news and live broadcast production. This role leads the operational team, ensuring smooth, high-quality execution of the daily schedule, and is critically focused on developing the talent and skills of every team member. You are the player-coach who ensures the team wins the daily operational game.

Key Responsibilities Staff Management & Scheduling

• Manage daily staffing and scheduling to ensure 24/7 coverage that meets operational demands while maintaining cost efficiency.
• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback to support individual and team success.
• Ensure flawless execution of the daily broadcast schedule, including live news segments, commercial breaks, digital products, and automated sequences.
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control procedures to minimize errors and uphold broadcast standards.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Editorial teams to refine and standardize operational workflows.
• Lead real-time response efforts during critical on-air issues.
• Conduct post-incident reviews focused on identifying training gaps and process improvements, with an emphasis on constructive solutions.

Qualifications:
• Experience working in network television, particularly in network studios
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage teams in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting.
• Prior management or supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset and strong problem-solving abilities.
• This is an on-site position based on Capitol Hill.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 commensurate with experience

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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